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Uganda deports MTN chief executive over security concerns
Uganda’s security agencies and immigration department have deported the chief executive of the largest telecommunications company in the country over security reasons.
MTN prepares for share sale of Jumia
African online retailer Jumia is planning an initial public offering in New York this year that could value the business at about $1.5bn, according to people familiar with the matter.
Official: Completion of Dangote refinery will help Africa’s sloppy economy
Nigeria and other African countries would soon heave a sigh of relief from the sloppy economic situation occasioned by price instability with the imminent completion of the Dangote Refinery and other modular refineries in Nigeria.
Minister urges private sectors to support research and innovation in tertiary institutions
The private sector in the country has been urged to show more interest in supporting researches and innovations in universities and research institutions.
NANS warns officials against insubordination
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has warned its officials to shun any act of insubordination and indiscipline that will affect the defence of students’ rights across the country.
Lai Mohammed: No shortcut to wealth, success
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has admonished Nigerian youths to be focussed and assiduous and shun any kind of shortcut to wealth and success.
Minister: President Buhari committed to nation SDGs for education
The Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, on Wednesday reaffirmed the commitment of President Muhammadu Buhari towards achieving the sustainable Development Goals, (SDGs).
Google and Facebook spend more than ever on US lobbying efforts
Alphabet’s Google disclosed in a quarterly filing on Tuesday that it spent a company-record $21.2 million on lobbying the U.S. government in 2018, topping its previous high of $18.22 million in 2012, as the search engine operator fights wide-ranging scrutiny into its practices.
Carlos Ghosn pledges not to flee Japan if granted bail
Carlos Ghosn, the ousted Nissan chairman held in Tokyo on charges of financial misconduct, has promised to remain in Japan if granted bail.
Afghanistan’s incumbent president registers for re-election
President Ashraf Ghani on Sunday formally registered as a candidate for Afghanistan’s delayed presidential election, setting up a rematch with Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah in the July ballot.
JAMB registers over 300,000 candidates in one week
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has registered over 300,000 candidates for its 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in one week.
Governor Emmanuel promises to implement new minimum wage
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, has assured that the state government will ensure the full implementation of the proposed new minimum wage for workers in the state.
Andy Murray likely to have statue erected – Wimbledon chief
Two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray is likely to be honoured with a statue at the historic Grand Slam venue, the All England Club’s chief executive told the BBC.
Apple cuts revenue forecast on weak China sales
Apple Inc on Wednesday took the rare step of cutting its quarterly sales forecast, with Chief Executive Tim Cook blaming slowing iPhone sales in China, whose economy has been dragged down by uncertainty around U.S.-China trade relations.
Forte Oil: Femi Otedola to sell 75 per cent holdings in downstream
Majority shareholder in Forte Oil, Mr. Femi Otedola has concluded arrangement to divest his full 75 per cent direct and indirect shareholdings in the firm’s downstream business.
Malabu scam: Eni, Shell aware of corrupt payments – judge
An Italian judge, Giusy Barbara, found out on Monday that Eni and Royal Dutch Shell were fully aware that their 2011 purchase of Nigeria’s Oil Prospecting Lease (OPL 245) would result in corrupt payments to Nigerian politicians and officials.
NEXIM Bank to disburse $1bn to Nigerian exporters, others
The Nigerian Export-Import Bank has entered into a $1bn trade facilitation pact with the African Export-Import Bank for Nigeria and other West African countries.
2019: Ooni urges Nigerian youths not to give up on their leaders yet
His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of lfe, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has urged Nigerian youths not to give up on the leaders yet, insisting that there are still leaders with the love of Nigerians at heart among the present crop of politicians and state chief executives.
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PDC suspects sabotage in postponement of elections
The chairman of People Democratic Change, PDC, Anambra state, Prince Isaac Onuka, has expressed shock at the postponement of the general elections, stating that it’s party suspected sabotage from either inside or outside the agency.
ASUU president, others say polls postponement sad, embarrassing
Some stakeholders in the education sector have expressed disappointment over the sudden postponement of the Presidential and National Assembly elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
Election postponement: Governor Obaseki calls for calm in Edo
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state has called on residents of the state to remain calm against the background of the rescheduling of the general elections by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
REC: Zamfara election materials secured at CBN
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), in Zamfara, Dr. Asmau Maikudi, has said that security is being beefed up at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) office in Gusau where elections materials are kept.
Election postponement: Psychiatrist urges calmness to prevent health issues
A consultant psychiatrist, Dr Maymunnah Kadiri, says there is need for the citizenry to remain calm to forestall possible health challenges that could arise from the sudden postponement of the general elections.
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Nana Bonsu: Rangers ready for CS Sfaxien CAFCC test
Rangers goalkeeper Nana Bonsu is upbeat about the chances of the Flying Antelopes in Wednesday’s CAF Confederation Cup Group B clash against Tunisian side CS Sfaxien.
ADC: Election postponement irresponsible, scandalous
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the postponement of the presidential and National Assembly elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on the day Nigerians had prepared to cast their votes as irresponsible and scandalous.
Security agencies in show of force in Kaduna
Heavily armed security men in a convoy of several vehicles yesterday patrolled the streets of Kaduna in a show of force to deter any attempt to cause violence during Saturday’s election.
Election rescheduling’ll affect inflow of foreign investments – experts
Financial experts on Saturday said the hasty postponement of the general elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission would create uncertainty and affect inflow of foreign investments.
Minister Dalung hails Flying Eagles World Cup qualification
The Minister of Youths and Sports, Solomon Dalung, on Saturday congratulated the Flying Eagles on their qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Poland.